Monday, February 13, 2006

Happy St. Valentine's Day!

More than one blogger, all of whom who shall remain linkless (in this post, at any rate) have been bitching and moaning about V-Day. But I'll come out of the red velvet closet and say:

I love Valentine's Day!!!

And it's not because I always get lots of jewelry or other gifts. It's just so red, and pink, and burgandy like wine, and velvety, and plushy and chocolate! And heart-shaped. I love things that are heart-shaped.

To me, Valentine's is mostly about appreciating friends. The best way to do this, in my opinion, isn't to buy a card, chocolate or jewelry. The best thing to do - and I'm not claiming I've lived up to it - is to make cards for all of the people you love. That's right. Cut Hallmark cold. Pull out the ink pad, stamps, finger paint, ribbon and glitter and make cards for the people you love. It'll stretch your creative muscles, make your friends feel good and put the boot to complaints about "commercialism."

I LOVE my friends.So, in case you didn't get a Valentine, here's one just for you!

If you'd like me to exchange homemade "friend-appreciation" Valentine cards with you next year, send your mailing address to:chairista at gmail dot com

Hey Chai: Beautiful card and the 2nd card I got...I guess I could start learnin' some of them thar card makin' tricks and eventually maybe we can exchange sometime...other wise you'll get a Hallmark--which means I care to send the very best, but not something unique or original. Happy Valentine's Day (late yes, I know--3rd shifter ya know.)